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Tycho Brahe built his observatory on the island of Hven, located in the Øresund Strait between Denmark and Sweden. The observatory, named Uraniborg, was constructed in the late 16th century and was notable for its advanced astronomical instruments and meticulous observations of celestial bodies. It served as a significant hub for astronomical research during Tycho's lifetime.

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Is there anything named after Tycho Brahe?

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